STEM School Highlands Ranch

STEM School Highlands Ranch

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
8773 Ridgeline Blvd,  Highlands Ranch, CO
Westridge Neighborhood
3.9
3.4
1,452 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dan Hoffman
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1300
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
55%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Average GPA
3.67
Graduation Rate
99%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A
Teachers
A
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
C
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.67
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
55%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
76
Full Time Teachers
74
Part Time Teachers
2
Teachers in First or Second Year
16%
College Prep
Average SAT
1300
Math
640
Verbal
660
Average ACT
30
Math
29
English
29
Reading
30
Science
30
Number of AP Courses
26
AP Pass Rate
69.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
85%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

9
Test Scores
9
Equity
10
College Readiness
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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
25.6%
State Average
25%
Science
62.7%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
294:1

Student Diversity

Male
61.9%
Female
38.1%
White
51.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
24.8%
Hispanic
12.8%
Two or more races
8.8%
Black
1.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#3 Best College Prep Public HS in Colorado
#4 Best Charter ES in Colorado
#5 Best Charter MS in Colorado
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Colorado Boulder 188 Students
Colorado State University 172 Students
Colorado School of Mines 143 Students
University of Denver 88 Students
University of Colorado Denver 81 Students
Stanford University 61 Students
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 52 Students
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs 47 Students
University of California - Berkeley 45 Students
Carnegie Mellon University 44 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Computer Science 99 Students
Biology 51 Students
Mechanical Engineering 50 Students
Computer Software Engineering 33 Students
Business 31 Students
Psychology 31 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 31 Students
Aerospace Engineering 30 Students
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 25 Students
Electrical Engineering 24 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 61 Reviews
4.0 Senior
10/31/2024
My experience at STEM has been largely positive. The competitive environment has pushed me to become the best student I can be. However, this same culture can sometimes be quite stressful. At STEM, maintaining a 4.0 GPA is average, and taking at least three AP classes each year is also considered standard. Even a 1300 SAT score can be perceived as below average. While STEM has undoubtedly helped me grow, it can be discouraging when one B among all A's is viewed negatively.
4.0 Senior
9/30/2024
The best parts of my experience at STEM have been the teachers who have helped me in and out of school. It was unfortunate that until recently STEM had a low teacher retention rate meaning I rarely had the same great teacher twice. The math department has been mixed but recently stabilized to a good average. I would love to see more consistent quality in lunches as the vast majority were pizza.
4.0 Parent
8/2/2024
Very safe, friendly staff & teachers to make kids feel welcomed. They have resources available to help students with social and emotional behavior as well as academic support.
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3.4 78 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/12/2024
Many activities and programs (besides STEM based. Kids are very accepted and easy for students to make friends.
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3.0 parent
5/9/2023
I have two kids at STEM in 5th and in 9th grade. I am hoping to find a better environment for them, but looking at other school ratings it seems like most of the schools in the state are in disarray. My oldest has been at STEM since 6th grade and my youngest has been there for two years. I feel like...
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1.0 parent
5/9/2022
Whereas I would have given STEM a 5 star rating in the past, the leadership at STEM combined with the STEM Board of Directors leads me to make a one star review. Their constant avoidance of addressing issues, hearing parent concerns, or taking accountability has led this school to crumble. The toxic...
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5.0 parent
4/5/2022
We have all 3 of our children at STEM and have been a STEM family for over 5 years. Yes, COVID and online school and back to in-person school has been tough but STEM has tried VERY hard to keep our kids education a priority. This is a priority for us and therefore are very glad that we were at STEM...
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STEM School Highlands Ranch

STEM School Highlands Ranch is a charter school for students in grades K-12 in Highlands Ranch, CO and is served by the Douglas County School District No. RE-1 in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,452 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 55% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. STEM School Highlands Ranch has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.67, the graduation rate is 99%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1300 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $830,173. Discover additional schools in the area, like Cherry Hills Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Highlands Ranch has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near STEM School Highlands Ranch.

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